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Serbia sets date for snap parliamentary elections

By Geopolitics Desk · 2026-09-09 · Updated 2026-09-09 12:58 UTC
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Serbia is set for snap elections on October 25, with President Vučić planning to trade his presidency for the premiership in a bid to retain power despite corruption protests and recent EU criticism over the state funeral of Ratko Mladić.

  • GN geopolitics/politics (en-US) notes that Vučić has explicitly stated he intends to resign as president early to run for prime minister, citing his ineligibility for a third presidential term. The report also highlights a fresh diplomatic friction point, as EU representatives have criticized the Serbian government for granting state honors to the late war criminal Ratko Mladić.

    Source: GN geopolitics/politics (en-US)

  • According to Balkan Insight, Vucic has formally signed the decree dissolving parliament after the government approved the move on Monday, framing the October 25 date as a necessary step to stabilize the country before the 2027 Belgrade EXPO and asserting that foreign powers have fueled the ongoing unrest.

    Source: Balkan Insight

  • President Aleksandar Vucic has dissolved parliament to hold early votes in October, a move demanded by a massive anti-corruption movement that has gripped the country since late 2024.

    Source: France 24
Based on reporting by France 24, Balkan Insight and GN geopolitics/politics (en-US), compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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